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   Northern CA

   Solstice Hikes

   Celebrate the longest days of the year with some hikes, beaches, and urban wanders that let you get a late start or just linger with the daylight.

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2. 
   Southern CA

   Like Summer Camp—Only Better!

   Does the start of summer conjure memories of camp? Indulge a bit of nostalgia adult-style, with archery, hiking, canoeing, and a not-just-for-kids waterpark!

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3. 
   Northern CA

   Father's Day in the Great Outdoors!

   Father's Day is coming in hot, and if you've gone cold on plans, don't panic. Treat dad to the great outdoors. From a casual bike ride and brew pub to camping and hiking in a pinch, we've even got something for the dad that's pure city slicker! Here are three ways to celebrate pops!

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   Weekend in Reno Tahoe

   Weekend plans? Reno Tahoe! Just a few hours by car or a short flight away, Reno Tahoe springs to the moment with great ways to combine adventure and relaxation in its beautiful mountains-meets-desert setting.

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5. 
   Southern CA

   Take Dad Outdoors!

   What's your Father's day plan? How about a peak hike and some beers? Or teaming up to snag a first-come, first-served campsite? There's always a bike ride and some brunch! Here are three great way to celebrate your dad with a little help from nature.

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6. 
   Northern CA

   Urban Art Walks with Beer!

   Get your art fix without going into a museum. These three city art walks are amazing, with colorful and powerful murals and creative installations. Bonus: There’s food and beer along the way!

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7. 
   Southern CA

   Hurray for Long Days!

   Cure for the common cubicle? Get outdoors! Whether you get out on one of these hikes this weekend or after work, right now is a great time to savor longer sunny SoCal days.

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8. 
   Northern CA

   Ahh-some Bay Area Hikes

   Your brain on a hike is a better brain! It's true: Getting outdoors is proving to be one of the best ways to de-stress and calm a racing mind, as you're combining some exercise (endorphins!) with nature’s soothing surroundings (relaxation!). So here are some ahh-some hikes to get you started.

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9. 
   Southern CA

   Get 'Er Done in Huntington

   Huntington Beach may be better known as Surf City USA, but the outdoors fun here happens in more ways than hitting the waves. Spend a day exploring this stretch of Orange County coastline by way of an electric bike, an estuary hike, a firepit delight … and some nano brew IPAs.

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10. 
    Southern CA

    Summer Starter Plan

    This long weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, but spring bling still sparkles thanks to recent cool weather. Hike to a secret waterfall, kayak in to a campsite, or say "Hi-View" on a hike in Joshua Tree. Spring on summer!

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11. 
    Northern CA

    Spring into Summer: Your Outdoors Plan

    Cool weather be damned, summer's knocking. From camping and hike-in beaches, to classic bike rides and waterfalls, spring into summer with these outdoor adventures!

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12. 
    Southern CA

    Spring Rush!

    Ready for your outdoors rush? Whether you like getting your thrills ziplining Yosemite-style or hiking to waterfalls that benefitted from winter's rains, here are some great ways to get outdoors and spring on the adventures.

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13. 
    Northern CA

    Spring It On!

    Need an excuse to cut out of work early and call it a weekend? Say you've got a fever ... spring fever! Here are a few hikes and bike rides that are at their prime, giving you a reason to spring into the weekend!

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14. 
    Southern CA

    Momma Said Get You Out!

    We Weekend Sherpas love and respect our moms, which is why we let them choose our adventures for this Mother’s Day week. They came up with a pedal-boat picnic frolic, a flowery canyon hike, and a Carlsbad beach stroll followed by sweet treats. Nothing’s too good for Mom!

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15. 
    Sponsored

    2025-04-09

    Weekend in Reno Tahoe

    Weekend plans? Reno Tahoe! Just a few hours by car or a short flight away, Reno Tahoe springs to the moment with great ways to combine adventure and relaxation in its beautiful mountains-meets-desert setting.

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16. 
    Northern CA

    Fabulous Spring Hikes

    Some hikes just hit their stride in spring. These three North Bay gems have heaps of wildflowers and views that stretch from wine country to the Pacific. Spring into action!

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17. 
    Northern CA

    Hike, Bike, and Beer!

    One of spring's best destinations is much closer than you might imagine. Set in the shadow of Mount Diablo, Concord and the surrounding area is home to colorful spring hikes, waterside bike trails, and plenty of craft brew pubs. Time to hit the trails, and the ales!

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18. 
    Southern CA

    Hydrated Hikes

    Warming weather after a wet winter: what a great combo! Streams are flowing, lakes are filled...everything is primed for water(ish) adventuring. Check out a cool streamside hike, a secret little fishing lake, and a lush desert oasis. H2O to go!

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19. 
    Southern CA & Northern CA

    Yosemite Waterfalls Galore!

    The waterfalls are raging, the wildflowers are popping, and the snow-capped granite scenery is epic! This spring, make your way to Yosemite by way of charming Mariposa. Hit the trails to see supercharged waterfalls, or bike around the valley floor, stopping at highlights along the way. Just get to Yosemite!

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20. 
    Northern CA

    Don't Pass Over These Hikes!

    What's more fun than a Cadbury Creme Egg? How about eye candy on trails? Here are some great Bay Area outdoor adventures in colorful spring bloom right now. Hop to it!

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21. 
    Southern CA

    Technicolor Hikes

    Spring for an Easter hike this weekend: From waterfalls to wildflowers and an adventure on Catalina Island, here are some hikes to get you hopping!

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22. 
    Northern CA

    Bloomin' Hikes

    Wait for it, wait for it … now! Spring is finally starting to shine with all the silver linings of a wet winter: Wildflowers are blooming, waterfalls and streams are flowing strong, and the landscape is lush, green, and clean! So here are three of the best hikes to do this spring.

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